George Whitefield

George Whitefield was an influential 18th-century preacher in the Great Awakening, known for his passionate sermons. He embraced the theological concepts of predestination and providence, which are central in Calvinism. Predestination is the idea that God has already chosen who will be saved, while providence refers to God's ongoing guidance and care in the world. Whitefield believed that God's grace was essential for salvation, and he preached fervently to awaken faith in listeners, emphasizing individual spiritual experience alongside divine sovereignty. His work helped shape modern evangelicalism and awaken a greater dedication to personal faith.